Even at the calmest times, the cryptocurrency market is notoriously unpredictable. Fast forward to today, with Donald Trump reentering the political stage, and it faces a completely different set of headwinds. As one who has made a career covering financial markets, I understand how quick and volatile market sentiment can...
The financial markets are inscrutable creatures. They don’t just react to the macroeconomic indicators, but to the overall mood of the investor base. While fundamental analysis and expert opinions undoubtedly play a role, I've observed firsthand how the media, particularly in its modern, hyper-connected form, wields an outsized influence on...
Okay, enough with the preaching, let’s get to the educating. In particular, join us as we explore this balancing act between state and federal power. Now, I know what you might be thinking: "Isn't education a state thing?" And you’re not, at least not entirely. The Tenth Amendment expressly holds...
We're constantly bombarded with economic news, aren't we? Inflation figures, unemployment rates, GDP growth—these measures all present a very rosy picture of the economy. This never-ending flow of data points is meant to give us a picture of our environment’s proverbial pulse. What does it all actually mean for us,...
We are all familiar with the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and its quarterly decisions on whether or not to raise interest rates. Can any of us really understand the cascading impact of these choices to our everyday experience? This effect is most pronounced for people already struggling to get by....
As an analyst at OverTraders.com, I like to immerse myself in the financial environment. All my assessments are based strictly on facts and evidence. Today, I want to address a topic that often gets lost in the shuffle of tax policy debates: the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction. While...
Consumers are hardly frowning at the recent drop in egg prices. That’s far from anything resembling a door busting deal, it's a welcome relief to see after months of alarming prices on grocery store shelves. As an analyst who tries to focus more on the empirical, the evidence-based, I’m coming...
Sure, the siren call of a designer handbag is strong. The shiny leather, the unmistakable logo, the aura of affluence slung over your shoulder – it’s a heady combination. We’ve been conditioned to believe that these bags are investments, assets that will increase in value over time. While that is...
Trust me—the allure of expat life is strong. Their glossy Instagram feeds are filled with photos of tropical beaches, perfect European cafes and out-of-this-world ancient ruins, all aglow in the golden hour light. The prospect of adventure, cultural immersion, and a new beginning is enticingly seductive. Behind the Instagram-perfect facade...
The temptation to treat high-end goods like assets is irresistible. It’s no wonder we’re hearing headlines trumpeting that Hermès Birkin bags have been beating the stock market. In the background, speculation fills the air of limited pieces fetching record-breaking sums. As a journalist immersed in the world of finance, I've...